What age is the Dubai recommended for?

This set is recommended for ages 16+.

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🏛 Skylines

Set #21052

Dubai

The Dubai Skyline is a stunning architectural tribute.

Before you buy

Who it's for: Ages 16+ · Intermediate build Perfect for teens and adults who enjoy architectural models and city skylines
Build: 740 pieces · about 4.5 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $59.99 list price · 8.1¢ per piece
Availability: Retired at LEGO

★★★☆☆ 3.9 community rating from 196 ratings

Fans appreciate the accurate representation of Dubai's skyline and the unique building techniques. Criticisms include the repetitive nature of some sections and the lack of play features.

$59.99

Best Price

$81.99

📝 Our Take

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The Dubai Skyline is a stunning architectural tribute. This set captures the essence of Dubai's iconic landmarks with impressive accuracy, showcasing the city's futuristic design and ambition.

This set is perfect for architecture enthusiasts and travel lovers. It offers an engaging building experience and serves as a beautiful display piece, ideal for those who appreciate modern design and global landmarks.

Skip this if you prefer sets with high playability or minifigures. Consider the LEGO Architecture London Skyline (21034) for a different architectural style, or a City set for more interactive play.

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🧱 Building Experience

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740

Pieces

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4.5h

Estimated Build Time

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Intermediate

Difficulty

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33cm × 27cm × 7cm

Dimensions

Build Highlights:

Intricate techniques used to replicate the unique shapes of the Burj Khalifa and Burj Al Arab
Creative use of small elements to capture the details of The Dubai Fountain
Engaging build process with varied sections representing different landmarks
Impressive display piece that captures the essence of Dubai's skyline

📈 Investment Analysis

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B+

Investment Grade

⏳ Retired

The LEGO Architecture Dubai Skyline (21052) presents a moderate investment opportunity. As a retired set, its value is likely to appreciate over time, especially given the popularity of the Architecture theme and Dubai as a global destination. The set's piece count is reasonable, and the iconic landmarks it represents contribute to its desirability among collectors. However, the price trend is already rising, and the appreciation may not be as significant as larger, more exclusive sets. Monitor the market and consider purchasing if the price remains reasonable. The set's long-term investment potential is solid, but not exceptional.

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⚖ Compare Similar Sets

Compared to other LEGO Architecture sets, the Dubai Skyline offers a unique representation of modern architecture and Middle Eastern landmarks. While the London Skyline (21034) focuses on historical buildings, the Dubai set showcases contemporary designs. For those interested in a similar price range, the Tokyo Skyline (21051) provides an alternative architectural style. Dubai stands out with its iconic structures like the Burj Khalifa and Burj Al Arab.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 740
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 93 unique parts, 740 pieces

Missing a piece? Check this set piece by piece, with look-alike colors flagged and element IDs for replacements.

Bar Holder with Clip

Part #: 11090 16× White

Tile Special 2 x ...

Part #: 11203 10× Dark Blue

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 11211 1× White

Plate 3 x 3

Part #: 11212 1× Black

Tile Round 2 x 2 ...

Part #: 14769 1× White

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 15573 10× White

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 15573 6× Tan

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 15573 8× Dark Blue

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 15573 1× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 15672 4× Light Bluish Gray

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 15712 2× Black

Tile Special Roun...

Part #: 20482 2× White

Tile Special Roun...

Part #: 20482 2× Trans-Clear

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 22885 2× White

Plate 2 x 2 Corner

Part #: 2420 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Curved Inve...

Part #: 24201 5× Light Bluish Gray

Tile 1 x 4 with G...

Part #: 2431 7× Tan

Tile 1 x 4 with G...

Part #: 2431 2× Black

Plate 2 x 12

Part #: 2445 2× Black

Wedge Plate 3 x 3...

Part #: 2450 1× Black

Tile Special 2 x ...

Part #: 2460 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Tile Round 1 x 1 ...

Part #: 25269 9× Light Bluish Gray

Tile Round 1 x 1 ...

Part #: 25269 19× Dark Bluish Gray

Tile Round 1 x 1 ...

Part #: 25269 4× Tan

Wedge Plate 2 x 2...

Part #: 26601 1× Black

Tile 2 x 3

Part #: 26603 5× Tan

Tile Special 2 x ...

Part #: 27263 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Turntable 2 x 2 F...

Part #: 27448 2× White

Tile 2 x 2 Curved...

Part #: 27925 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 1× White

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 2× White

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 3× Black

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 5× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 44× Trans-Light Blue

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 17× White

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 2× Black

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 3× Tan

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 23× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 2× White

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 5× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 2× Dark Blue

Plate 4 x 6

Part #: 3032 1× Black

Plate 2 x 8

Part #: 3034 1× White

Bar 4L (Lightsabe...

Part #: 30374 2× White

Bar 4L (Lightsabe...

Part #: 30374 2× Trans-Light Blue

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3039 2× White

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3040b 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3043 7× Dark Blue

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3044c 4× Dark Blue

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3049d 2× White

Wedge Plate 4 x 4...

Part #: 30503 1× Black

Brick Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 30602 4× White

Brick Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 3062b 2× Trans-Clear

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 1× Light Bluish Gray

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 18× Trans-Light Blue

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 1× White

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 5× Tan

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 2× Metallic Gold

Plate Special 3 x...

Part #: 3176 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Axle 2 No...

Part #: 32062 1× Black

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 32064a 6× Dark Bluish Gray

Axle Hose, Soft 12L

Part #: 32200 2× White

Plate Special Rou...

Part #: 32828 12× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 33909 1× White

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 34103 2× White

Plate 1 x 8

Part #: 3460 3× White

Plate 1 x 8

Part #: 3460 2× Black

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 35459 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 35480 14× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 35480 13× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 3

Part #: 3623 2× Black

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 3660 2× White

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 3665 4× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 6

Part #: 3666 2× White

Plate 1 x 6

Part #: 3666 1× Tan

Bracket 1 x 1 - 1...

Part #: 36840 3× Dark Bluish Gray

Bracket 1 x 1 - 1...

Part #: 36841 3× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 5× Black

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plant, Stem with ...

Part #: 37695 4× Olive Green

Equipment Candles...

Part #: 37762 28× White

Plate 2 x 10

Part #: 3832 1× Black

Plate Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 4032a 14× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 4032a 20× Light Bluish Gray

Tile 1 x 8 with G...

Part #: 4162 2× Tan

Tile 1 x 8 with W...

Part #: 4162pr0071 1× Black

Technic Wedge Bel...

Part #: 4185 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 16

Part #: 4282 2× White

Wedge Plate 4 x 4...

Part #: 43719 1× Dark Blue

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 4445 4× White

Brick Curved 1 x ...

Part #: 49307 6× Metallic Gold

Brick Curved 1 x ...

Part #: 49307 8× Black

Brick Curved 3 x ...

Part #: 50950 3× Light Bluish Gray

Wedge Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 51739 5× Dark Blue

Wedge Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 51739 7× Sand Blue

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 54200 4× White

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 54200 2× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Axle Conn...

Part #: 57585 2× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Axle 5.5 ...

Part #: 59426 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Axle Conn...

Part #: 59443 1× Light Bluish Gray

Cone 1 x 1 [Top G...

Part #: 59900 1× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Round 4 x 4...

Part #: 60474 1× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Round 4 x 4...

Part #: 60474 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 12

Part #: 60479 2× White

Door Frame 1 x 4 ...

Part #: 60596 1× Metallic Gold

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 61252 1× White

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 149× Trans-Light Blue

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 27× Light Bluish Gray

Tile 1 x 3

Part #: 63864 2× Light Bluish Gray

Tile 1 x 3

Part #: 63864 4× Tan

Bar 6L with Stop ...

Part #: 63965 1× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 6541 2× Light Bluish Gray

Tile 1 x 6 with G...

Part #: 6636 3× Black

Hinge Plate 1 x 4...

Part #: 73983 4× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 85861 3× White

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 87609 5× White

Bar 3L

Part #: 87994 2× White

Wedge Plate 3 x 4...

Part #: 90194 9× Dark Blue

Wedge Plate 3 x 4...

Part #: 90194 7× Sand Blue

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 92593 1× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 92593 1× White

Brick and Axle Se...

Part #: 96874 1× Orange

Tile Round 1 x 1

Part #: 98138 2× Red

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 99206 2× Black

The set includes a good selection of white and light bluish gray pieces, useful for architectural models. The trans-light blue plates add a nice touch for representing water features.

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💎 Notable Parts

Trans-Light Blue Plate 1 x 2 (44x) $2.20

White Equipment Candlestick (28x) $4.20

Light Bluish Gray Plate 1 x 2 (23x) $1.15

Dark Blue Tile Special 2 x 2 Inverted (10x) $2.50

Tan Tile 1 x 4 with Groove (7x) $0.35

Est. BrickLink Part Value

$10.40

💡 MOC Potential

🏙 Expand the Dubai skyline with custom buildings and additional details to create a larger cityscape.

🏛 Recreate other famous landmarks from around the world using the set's elements.

🌳 Design a desert oasis scene using the sand-colored pieces and the fountain elements.

Community Insights

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What Reddit Says

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What YouTubers Say

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BlockTalk AI

Lunar Bricks provides a speed build review, noting the build experience of the Dubai (21052) set was somewhat 'painful' due to the repetitive use of many small 1x1 round plate bricks. ZIROTCA offers a quick review, mentioning the set contains 740 pieces and its price point is around $59.99 USD.